Recall 78V042000: 1978 Harley-Davidson 1200

Report received

Mar 1, 1978

Manufacturer

Harley-davidson motor co.

Potentially affected

3,438vehicles

Model years

1978

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

The clamping bolt washer on the left and right front brake caliper assembly could crack due to exposure to hydrogen. (these washers were incorrectly processed, causing them to become brittle and break).

Remedy

The dealer will replace the washer in the front brake caliper at no charge.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1978 Harley-Davidson 12000 complaints